Law Clerk

Title: Law Clerk

Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Workplace: Intermittent

Department: Legal

The Office of Judicial Administration is responsible for the efficient administration of all agencies that operate under the direction of the Chief Justice and the Supreme Court. That includes 200 personnel; fiscal management; communication; technology; legal services; intergovernmental relations; services for the trial courts; and support for court boards, commissions, and committees. The Office is headed by Interim Chief Administrative Officer Aaron Hood, who reports directly to the Chief Justice of Indiana and serves as the link between the Chief Justice and the agencies of the Court.  

About the Job:

The Office of Judicial and Attorney Regulation has an upcoming vacancy for a law clerk position. The Office of Judicial and Attorney Regulation represents three agencies of the Indiana Supreme Court: (1) the Judicial Qualifications Commission, (2) the Judicial Nomination Commission, and (3) the Attorney Disciplinary Commission. The Judicial Qualifications Commission investigates and prosecutes claims of misconduct against Indiana judicial officers. The Judicial Nominating Commission reviews applications for the Indiana Court of Appeals and the Indiana Tax Court and interviews the applicants for these positions. The Attorney Disciplinary Commission investigates and litigates claims of misconduct against lawyers licensed to practice law in Indiana. This position will offer part-time hours (up to 29.5 hours) per week for the summer and two academic semesters. 

A Day in the Life:

Job duties include:

•    Assisting attorneys in review and investigation of ethical complaints 
•    Researching and drafting memoranda on informal requests for ethical advice
•    Researching and providing written drafts for formal advisory opinions 
•    Writing reports and summaries 
•    Interviewing and corresponding with potential witnesses and individuals requesting information from the Commission 
•    Conducting research and analyzing evidence 
•    Strict confidentiality and adherence to the Rules of Professional Conduct and the Code of Judicial Conduct are required.
•    Additional duties as assigned

What You'll Need for Success:

Integrity
•    Exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
•    Maintain personal and business affairs in a manner that ensures public confidence in the integrity, competence, impartiality, and independence of the judiciary as well as avoid situations that could lead to conflict, or the appearance of conflict

Professionalism
•    Interact with all persons in a respectful manner, maintain business-like appearance, and promote harmony in the workplace
•    Interact with executive branch agencies, federal agencies, and judicial officers in a manner that promotes confidence and respect in the Office of Judicial Administration

Customer Service
•    Act as a liaison when interacting with management, staff, internal and external stakeholders to provide program specific information, answer questions, and address issues and concerns
•    Successfully diffuse elevated conversations with an intent for resolution

Communication
•    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
•    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Organization
•    Manage assignments to ensure all tasks are completed within deadlines 
•    Effectively manage time and prioritization of tasks and projects
•    Prepare and maintain complex and confidential records in an automated system to work on numerous tasks 

Attention to Detail
•    Research, coordinate, and track work in a proficient manner to ensure accuracy 

Problem Solving
•    Identify problems and review related information to develop and implement solutions
•    Use deductive reasoning skills to meet several complimentary goals

Technology and Tool Usage
•    Learn and adapt to new technologies within the Microsoft Suite as well as Supreme Court systems

Information Gathering
•    Analyze data from multiple databases to complete clear and concise reports as well as complete with recommendations

Benefits package for full-time employees:
   
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:  
•    Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans; 
•    Wellness program (offers a premium discount for the medical plan and gift cards); 
•    Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution; 
•    Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match; 
•    Two (2) fully funded pension plan options; 
•    A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 
     o    150 hours of paid new parent leave; 
     o    Up to 7.5 hours of paid community service leave; 
•    Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off; 
•    12 paid holidays, 14 on election years; 
•    Group life insurance; 
•    Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits; 
•    Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program; 
•    Free Parking for most positions; 
•    Free LinkedIn Learning access 
•    Hybrid Option for eligible employees/positions